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Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG)

CAS 25190-06-1 · Formula C8H18O2 · MW 146.23 g/mol

A soft-segment polyether polyol providing resilience, abrasion and hydrolysis resistance for polyurethane elastomers, TPU and spandex applications.

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CAS Number
25190-06-1
Formula
C8H18O2
Molecular Weight
146.23 g/mol
Material Family
Glycols & Polyols
At a Glance
Material Family
Glycols & Polyols
Primary Role
Film Formation
Functional Roles
Applications & Use Cases
  • Soft-segment polyether polyol for high-performance PU elastomers and TPU
  • Higher-MW grade for softer, more extensible cast elastomers and spandex
  • Provides resilience, abrasion and hydrolysis resistance
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
25190-06-1
Molecular Formula
C8H18O2
Molecular Weight
146.23 g/mol
IUPAC Name
(2S)-2-butoxybutan-1-ol
PubChem CID
InChI Key
BJZYYSAMLOBSDY-QMMMGPOBSA-N
XLogP
1.6
Full Description

Soft-segment polyether polyol for high-performance PU elastomers and TPU Higher-MW grade for softer, more extensible cast elastomers and spandex Provides resilience, abrasion and hydrolysis resistance

Regulatory & registration requirements

  • TSCA (US):
  • REACH (EU): Not determined from public registry
  • EC number: 607-637-9

TSCA Inventory flag XU: a substance exempt from reporting under the Chemical Data Reporting Rule (40 CFR 711) (EPA flag legend).

Source: EPA TSCA Inventory (July 2025 release) · ECHA CHEM — retrieved 2026-07-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) (CAS 25190-06-1)?

Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) (CAS 25190-06-1) is a film formation agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Soft-segment polyether polyol for high-performance PU elastomers and TPU

What is the molecular formula and weight of Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG)?

Molecular formula C8H18O2, molecular weight 146.23 g/mol. IUPAC name: (2S)-2-butoxybutan-1-ol

Is Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) hazardous?

Yes

What is the REACH and TSCA regulatory status of Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG)?

Polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMEG) (CAS 25190-06-1) is listed as Active on the U.S. EPA TSCA Inventory; its REACH registration status is not determined from the public ECHA registry.

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